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Union Political Contribution Opt Out Forms - For Non-Labour voters of Unison, Unite, GMB and USDAW

Are you a member of a Union, but don't vote Labour?  Do you want to stop your Union, giving your money, to the Labour Party?  Here's a little help:

UNISON Opt out form

UNITE Opt out form

GMB:  A form of exemption notice can be obtained by or on behalf of any member either by application at, or by post from, the Head Office or any Branch Office of the Union or from the:

Certification Office for Trade Unions and Employers’ Associations,
22nd Floor, Euston Tower,

286 Euston Road,

London NW1 3JJ.

This form, when filled in, or a written request in a form to the like effect, should be handed or sent to the Secretary of the Branch to which the member belongs.

USDAW: You must Email them to request opt out. Contact form HERE 

Note: For all other Unions click HERE

IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure that when you have opted out that you don't have to request a refund - some of these Unions continue to take your money and won't stop until you request a refund.  You may also notice that your opt out may not start until the New Year.  Good Luck!

Is a Vote for UKIP a Vote for Labour?

Is a Vote for UKIP a Vote for Labour?

Did UKIP cost Tories ten seats in 2010 by fielding candidates in constituencies the Conservatives were set to win?

Why Diane Abbott would make a Great Labour Leader

Some people may not take Diane Abbott's decision to stand for the Labour Leadership seriously, but apart from her tongue in cheek appearances on This Week, she is a serious politician. The following videos are of Diane speaking out against her own government's proposal to extend detention without charge to 42 days. Watch and be impressed:

General Election - Thinking of voting Labour? Watch this video and think again

Thinking of voting Labour? Watch this video and think again. Gordon Brown and Tony Blair have a lot to answer for:

General Election 2010 - Labour and the Mirror get desperate - tactical voting

You may have noticed that Gordon Brown and his ministers have become increasingly desperate over the last few days. They are telling blatant lies about Conservative policy in the hope that they can scare enough voters into voting for them. They have always used the rule that if you tell a lie often enough, then the people will believe it. It shows a great contempt for the intelligence of the British public.

However, what the Daily Mirror have done this morning is their lowest act of desperation so far. Being the ONLY paper left supporting Labour, they have decided to tell their readers how to vote tactically. Always a Labour paper, they are now telling Labour voters to vote Lib Dem in marginal seats, and vice versa. You have got to admire their loyalty when almost every other paper has realised that Labour are finished and that the Conservatives are the party to get us out of this mess. I imagine all the Mirror journalists are sat in the office with their eyes shut, fingers in ears, shouting LA LA LA, WE CAN'T HEAR YOU:

General Election 2010 - Labour's disgusting Party Political Broadcast.

Angry is not the word. This has got to be the dirtiest trick by any party in any General Election held in this country. This is supposed to be a Labour Party Political Broadcast, but in truth it is the lowest form of scaremongering. Whoever OK'd this should be fully ashamed of themselves.

Gordon Brown IS NOT a man with a moral compass.

Labour Manifesto front cover - We won't lie this time

I can't believe one of Labour's main manifesto promises is to not increase income tax. Isn't that the same promise they made before they raised it the last time?


This is not an official Labour picture

Does this look a bit familiar?

General Election - Labour, how low can you go? - Cancer scare.

Labour are being accused of sending out 250,000 targeted leaflets to women who are suffering - or who have suffered from - breast cancer. The leaflets are designed to scare women into believing that voting for a Conservative government would endanger their lives. It should be noted that the Conservative party are the only party promising to ring fence the NHS budget. Does this mark an all time low in political campaigning? How did the Labour party get hold of the personal information required to target these women? Have the data protection laws been broken? These questions need answering and an apology should be made immediately.

Responding to the news that the Labour Party has been caught sending alarmist literature on breast cancer to cancer sufferers, Shadow Health Secretary Andrew Lansley said:

“It is shameful that the Labour Party, knowing that we are the only party that is going to increase investment in the NHS, have decided to deliberately scare patients and misrepresent what we have said. I’m actually rather shocked that they are trying to target breast cancer patients and alarm them by making up stories about what the Conservative Party would do.

I think Andy Burnham, the Health Secretary, should write to every woman Labour sent these cards to and apologise and withdraw these claims.”

At a meeting of Conservative bloggers I attended a short while ago, Eric Pickles warned that Labour would fight a very dirty campaign, even so, I didn't think that they would sink this low.

Conservative laws halt the national rail strike.

Following the High Court’s decision to grant an injunction against a national rail strike, Theresa Villiers, Shadow Transport Secretary, said:

“While Gordon Brown and his weak Government were powerless in the face of growing union militancy, the strike laws passed by the last Conservative Government have brought the country back from the brink of transport meltdown. This unnecessary and irresponsible strike would have been bad for passengers, bad for business and bad for the economy. Now the courts have called a halt to the strike, every effort should be made to negotiate a settlement of this dispute."

Network Rail’s legal challenge against the RMT strike ballot was raise on the grounds that they had ‘manifestly failed to comply with the requirements of the Trade Union and Labour Relations Act of 1992'.

BA Strike: This is your Pilot Gordon Brown Speaking.

Imagine if Gordon was your pilot:

Hullo, this is your pilot Gordon Brown speaking. We have been informed that our arrival in New York has been delayed. This nothing to do with us, this kind of delay is happening around the world and I'm afraid it's out of my hands. Now, normally this is the point where I would say that there's no need for concern.... but, you see, ah - now how shall I put this? You know how we normally carry enough fuel in reserve for occasions like this? Well erm.... we haven't today. Not my fault, you see - we've run out of money. Those fancy new seats you're sitting on cost an absolute fortune and I'm still paying for them. Yes I know they are uncomfortable and the recline function doesn't work, but hey, you've got to admit, they do look good and spending on seats has gone up in reals terms every year for the last ten years.

Now here's the rub: because we haven't enough fuel to make for another airport, there is a choice to be made. Do we crash on land or into the sea? I can't decide, I've never been very good at making important decisions. I know that is not an ideal quality when you're looking for a pilot, but I've been pushing to be one for ages and no one else turned up for the interview. So this is what we are going to do. Because the cabin staff are on strike, my co-pilot Alistair will come amongst you and take your votes for a forced landing on land or sea. And please note, this is not a referendum - I don't do them - because that is the right thing to do.

So please understand that even though you may think that I got us into this terrible situation, I believe I'm the best qualified person on this plane to crash it. If you do by some wild chance survive this flight, be assured that I have been listening and learning and I hope you will fly with us again. In the mean time, I will be getting on with the job.

Good luck (smiles).

Conservatives ask Gordon Brown to stand up to his Unite paymasters.

Commenting on the news that talks aimed at averting a strike at BA have collapsed, Shadow Transport Secretary, Theresa Villiers said:

"Labour's union paymasters at Unite are determined to inflict travel misery on thousands of families. It is disgraceful that they are going ahead with this unnecessary strike.

“Gordon Brown should do all he can to urge Unite – who are funding his general election campaign – to call off the strike. Or he should stop taking their money.

“Britain now faces Labour’s Spring of discontent with militant unions threatening to bring our railways to a standstill as well. Strike action could leave the country facing a serious transport meltdown.”

Just like the last time we had a Labour government - They left the country skint and in the grip of the Unions. Why do we keep falling for socialism?

General Election Poster: No10 - Under New Management.

During yesterday's PMQs, Gordon Brown refused to give his backing to those British Airways staff who want to work during the upcoming Unite strikes. We have also discovered that some No10 staff are fully paid by the Unite Union. Add this to the massive donations given to Gordon Brown's Labour party, the campaign machine set up in marginal seats, and the number of Unite members standing as Labour MPs, it seems pretty obvious that No10 Downing Street is under new management.

Gordon Brown is nothing but Charlie Whelan's puppet.

Note: This is not an official Conservative Poster.

Member of Unite? Here is your Labour donation opt-out form.

Are you a member of Unite? Are you fed up with your hard earned money going to support the Labour Party? Do you want your money to be spent keeping Gordon Brown in office for FIVE MORE YEARS? Here are some shocking figures from a poll carried out with Unite members from last year:

- 66% of Unite members would not vote Labour if a General Election was called today
- Only 32% of Unite members believe that the Labour party share their values
- Only 25% of Unite members believe that the Labour party leadership is honest and principled
- Only 30% of Unite members believe that the Labour party leadership is competent and capable
- Only 27% of Unite members believe that Gordon Brown is the right person to lead Britain forward after the next general election (Cameron 37%)
-58% of Unite members think that Gordon Brown is bad for them and their families
- 58% of Unite members think that Gordon Brown is not up to the job of being Prime Minister
- Only 36% of Unite members believe that it was right for the union to donate £500,000 to Labour in the last three months.
- Only 31% of Unite members believe that it is right for the union to donate any further large donations to the Labour party.
- 59% of Unite members describe themselves as “moving away from the Labour party”

Click on the form bellow if you are fed up with your money going to the Labour Party:

Unite donates to Labour against the wishes of its members.

The Unite Union's backing of the Labour party has come under some real scrutiny following their decision to strike over the BA situation. How can Gordon Brown act in the best interest of the country if his party has taken £11m in donations from the Union that is causing so much disruption?

A poll carried out by Populus this time last year shows that the majority of Unite's membership are actually NOT supporters of the Labour party. So why are Unite donating so much of their members' money to Labour? Here are some fascinating results from the poll:

66% of Unite members would not vote Labour if a General Election was called today

Only 32% of Unite members believe that the Labour party share their values

Only 25% of Unite members believe that the Labour party leadership is honest and principled

Only 30% of Unite members believe that the Labour party leadership is competent and capable

Only 27% of Unite members believe that Gordon Brown is the right person to lead Britain forward after the next general election (Cameron 37%)

58% of Unite members think that Gordon Brown is bad for them and their families

58% of Unite members think that Gordon Brown is not up to the job of being Prime Minister

Only 36% of Unite members believe that it was right for the union to donate £500,000 to Labour in the last three months.

Only 31% of Unite members believe that it is right for the union to donate any further large donations to the Labour party.

59% of Unite members describe themselves as “moving away from the Labour party”

So I ask again: why are Unite donating their members money to the Labour party? Hardly democratic is it?

You can get your Opt-Out form by clicking HERE.

Nick Herbert: Labour's Dangerous dogs proposal will penalise millions of dog owners

I don't like Labour's idea to force everyone to insure their dogs against attacking people. For one thing it punishes the many for the stupidity of the few - typical Labour really. And for another, how are those on low incomes and pensioners going to afford this insurance? Are Labour actually saying that only "well off" people are allowed to have dogs? For some OAP's a dog is the only company they have.

Commenting on the publication of DEFRA’s consultation on dangerous dogs, Shadow Environment Secretary Nick Herbert, said:

"The problem of dangerous dogs is growing and the current legislation is clearly not working, but the Government's proposals risk penalising millions of law-abiding dog owners with the blunt instrument of a dog tax. We should be targeting the minority of irresponsible dog owners, not the vast majority who are responsible dog lovers. And we need to legislate carefully, not in haste, so that we don’t repeat the mistakes of the infamously flawed Dangerous Dogs Act.

Conservatives and many others have been calling for action to deal with dangerous dogs for years, and we are pleased that the Government has finally woken up to the problem. But we question why they have taken so long and are announcing these plans just weeks before the election is called"

The truth about all this is that Labour have had thirteen years to find a solution to this growing problem, and only now (weeks before a General Election) are they doing something about it. Electioneering?

First look: Labour launch their new iPhone app.

Following the launch of the Conservative iPhone app, Labour have launched an app of their own.

Features in the launch version of the app include:

■User-friendly guide to all the key policy dodges.
■Ability to telephone canvass potential comrades and report their voting intentions back to the Party (great way to target bribes i.e. free laptops).
■Simple mechanism for donating directly to the Party (a bit like union dues, but with your permission).
■Easy way to watch all the latest Prescott Vlogs (you lucky people).
■Virtual ‘Swingometer’ featuring a UK map getting bluer as Labour's percentage share in the General Election decreases.
■Automatic Twitter updates (directives) from the Labour Party and integrated access to the Facebook page (access will be monitored).

John Prescott commented:

“Once again, the Labour Party is almost at forefront of digital innovation in UK politics. This iPhone app will help both existing supporters (yes there are some) and floating voters (bribe targets) learn more about our policies (when Ed finally gets around to knocking up a manifesto), connect with us on social networks (again, access will be mon..) and share political smears with comrades.

“Whether it is on websites, social networks or mobiles, we are the only Party that has fully embraced spin and lies in the run up to the General Election.”

This not a real app, or a direct quote from Prescott.

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Why Gordon Brown is not fit to be Prime Minister - Bullygate

I have followed the story of Gordon Brown's alleged bullying very closely over the last few days and I'm dismayed at some of the excuses being made for him. We have had people like Mandleson and Prescott claiming that while Gordon Brown does have a temper, and can fly off the handle, he is not a bully. The media seem to be taking this opinion on face value and no one has questioned whether Brown's angry outbursts are acceptable. The excuse is that Brown is in a high stress job and that gives him the right to rant, rave and throw office equipment about. Well I'm afraid it is nowhere near being acceptable. It shows a pathetic level of leadership and man-management.

I was in the Royal Navy for 16 years, reaching a reasonably senior position among the ranks. During my service I picked up the most important rule of leadership: respect must be earned, it is not something that you take from those who work for you, it is given. I used to pride myself with the fact that I never had to tell anyone to do anything, I would ask, and it got done. It was respect. I treated those who worked for me with respect and in return they gave me respect and loyalty back. I did have to hand out the occasional bollocking, but it was done in a quiet office, in a measured and reasoned manner. In the modern workplace shouting at someone when things go wrong just shows a lack of leadership and poor communication skills.

I've been out of the RN seven years now and even in that short time I have seen the drive for respect at work improve. I'm lucky to work for a large company with a great training system and determination to get the best out of its workforce. Every single person in my company must attend a "Dignity at work" course. The title of the course is self explanatory and its main theme is to treat others as you would hope to be treated by them. I work in a power plant and things can get pretty tense when machinery fails, but I could never imagine my line manager ever running into the control room, shouting and bawling. You do not get the best out of a workforce by intimidating it. And this is why Gordon Brown has struggled so much during his leadership of the country. The man has poor leadership skills.

Brown's attitude is not one of a strong and passionate leader - it is the attitude of a man who is unable to deal with the pressure of office - a man with a blatant disregard for the dignity of those working for him. He is unfit to be Prime Minister and the sooner he goes, the better.

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Chris Bryant MP tweets a lie about Tory PPC Rory Stewart.

You may have seen that on last night's Question Time the panel were ask to discuss whether Jan Moir's offensive Stephen Gately article should have been published. The general consensus of the panel was that while the article was grossly inappropriate it should not be illegal to publish it. However after last night's show Labour MP Chris Bryant posted the following on twitter:


This is simply a lie. Rory Stewart specifically said that when he said that satire should be allowed he was NOT talking about the Stephen Gatley article. Rory did not defend the article, he - like the majority of the panel - defended her right to publish it.

When I replied to Chris Bryant that his tweet was a lie, he did not apologise, or say "sorry I misunderstood what Rory said". No, he said this instead:

@Daily_Ref @TheRedRag So remind me of a single word he used tocondemn jan moir's grossly insensitive piece?

I despair that some Labour MPs think that it is OK to use Twitter smear the opposition for pure political advantage. Judge for yourself whether you think Chris Bryant lied about Rory Stewart's comments on the Moir article: Click HERE to watch the show (56 minutes in).

EXCLUSIVE! Gordon Brown announces Labour General Election Slogan.

Gordon Brown is to lay out a four point election strategy on Saturday (leaked by himself today), but here is the slogan the party will run with:

*This is not an official Labour party poster.